Can you sterilize a thing by just leaving it soaked in hot water?

What happens to an egg that has soaked in vinegar then is
soaked in Karo syrup overnight?

The egg and vinegar "trick" is a popular experiment used by science teachers to introduce their students to the principles of osmosis. The procedure is simple: soak an egg in vinegar for 48 to 72 h...
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What Happens to an Egg That Has Soaked in Vinegar Then Is Soaked in Karo Syrup Overnight?